Maryann has been making baskets for 20+ years. They will last for generations if stored and handled with care and yet compost when their active service is done! Their basic building materials are so readily available, sustainable and plentiful. Baskets are the last remaining technology that can ONLY be made by hand, and so this is a skill she feels honoured to share and maintain.
During Winter Covid times there were limited teachings, online live classes through a community-led Facebook page called Alberta Natural Baskets. There are "past events" listed within, that still contain the live video recordings for viewing and practicing along at make speed (as opposed to teach speed) . They are all offered in PayWhatYouCan style with etransfers for your donation accepted at [email protected]
If you would like to learn on a one to one basis through summer, outdoors, please contact Maryann to arrange a suitable project and time.
During Winter Covid times there were limited teachings, online live classes through a community-led Facebook page called Alberta Natural Baskets. There are "past events" listed within, that still contain the live video recordings for viewing and practicing along at make speed (as opposed to teach speed) . They are all offered in PayWhatYouCan style with etransfers for your donation accepted at [email protected]
If you would like to learn on a one to one basis through summer, outdoors, please contact Maryann to arrange a suitable project and time.
Weaving Connections: Alberta's Second Annual Basket Retreat was a HUGE success
Stay tuned for Next Year - Feb 29 Mar 1 and 2 , 2025
Meanwhile I will leave these dreamy pictures up. Let the newly forming Alberta Basketry Guild know if you'd like any of these class offerrings. We are building up the teacher base here in Alberta and Its an exciting time to be a basketmaker!!!